Cub Cadet LT-2180 - Manual (Page 42)

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Figure 58
11. Pass the PTO belt downward, inside the tractor
frame, until the belt is below the two tractor front
lower pulleys. Twist the two sides of the PTO belt
1/4 turn inward to engage the narrow sides of the
belt into the grooves of the two tractor front-lower
pulleys (See Figure 59).
Figure 59
12. From the front of the tractor, push the PTO belt
through the front lift rod, then to the center of the
deck. Ensure that the forward end of the belt
remains positioned inside the front lower pulleys.
13. Install the rearward end of the PTO belt on the
upper pulley of the deck center double-pulley
(Refer to Figure 60). Ensure that the narrow side
of the belt engages the groove of the upper pulley.
Figure 60
14. While holding the belt in position, rotate and
engage the deck idler arm lever into its stop
bracket to provide tension on the PTO belt (See
Figure 61).
Figure 61
15. Connect the spark plug wire.
C. MAINTENANCE
CLEANING AND BLADE CARE
WARNING
Before performing any maintenance, place the
PTO switch in the “OFF” position, engage the
brake pedal lock, turn the ignition key to the
“OFF” position and remove the key from the
switch to avoid accidental starting and injury.
PTO
CLUTCH
PULLEY
PTO
BELT
TRACTOR FRONT
LOWER PULLEYS
PTO BELT
FRONT LIFT
ROD/BRACKET
ASSEMBLY
MOWER DECK
CENTER DOUBLE
PULLEY
PTO BELT
FRONT OF DECK
IDLER ARM
LEVER
LEVER STOP
BRACKET